I love my nose & profile but I want the tip and/or nostrils refined. All of the images are of me. I’ve had no work done. I’m just looking for some advice as to which direction to go as well as any doctors in NY, LA that are masters in this type of surgery. Open to going out of the country if need be, I want the best! Thank you in advance for taking the time to look at this.
Answer: Rhinoplasty candidate I see and hear your concern. Alar base reduction can help change the configuration of the nostrils, but if you have concerns regarding the nasal tip then additional techniques would need to be used. The tip could likely be addressed using the closed approach, which would shorten the healing process. That said, the best recommendations come from an in-person exam, and it may benefit you to schedule a consult with a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon to discuss your goals in greater detail.
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Answer: Rhinoplasty candidate I see and hear your concern. Alar base reduction can help change the configuration of the nostrils, but if you have concerns regarding the nasal tip then additional techniques would need to be used. The tip could likely be addressed using the closed approach, which would shorten the healing process. That said, the best recommendations come from an in-person exam, and it may benefit you to schedule a consult with a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon to discuss your goals in greater detail.
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January 17, 2019
Answer: Full tip or nostrils only The answer lies in the degree of narrowing desired and whether the tip itself is narrow enough. In your case the tip Looks nice provided you aren’t looking for extreme nostril reduction. Ultimately, the proportion of nostril to tip width is the key factor.
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January 17, 2019
Answer: Full tip or nostrils only The answer lies in the degree of narrowing desired and whether the tip itself is narrow enough. In your case the tip Looks nice provided you aren’t looking for extreme nostril reduction. Ultimately, the proportion of nostril to tip width is the key factor.
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January 16, 2019
Answer: Ethnic rhinoplasty If your only concern is the wide nostrils, then an alar base reduction will be very helpful. It is unlikely that is all you will need, since narrowing the alar bases can make the tip area appear more bulbous or even unnatural. This is why most surgeons would recommend a refinement of the nasal tip at the same time. After this, you may also wish to consider how you might look with some other subtle tweaks to the rest of your nose, such as slightly raising the dorsum (the bridge of your nose) or narrowing the bridge. This is why computer imaging and morphing software can be so useful - it can give you a preview of what you will look like with a variety of nasal modifications. It will allow you to weight the pros and cons and answer your own question of whether you will be happy with just altering your alar bases and tip, or whether you will want a more comprehensive rhinoplasty. Definitely interview a few surgeons who have expertise in performing so-called "ethnic" rhinoplasties - you will benefit from someone with expertise in this type of procedure. I wish you luck!
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January 16, 2019
Answer: Ethnic rhinoplasty If your only concern is the wide nostrils, then an alar base reduction will be very helpful. It is unlikely that is all you will need, since narrowing the alar bases can make the tip area appear more bulbous or even unnatural. This is why most surgeons would recommend a refinement of the nasal tip at the same time. After this, you may also wish to consider how you might look with some other subtle tweaks to the rest of your nose, such as slightly raising the dorsum (the bridge of your nose) or narrowing the bridge. This is why computer imaging and morphing software can be so useful - it can give you a preview of what you will look like with a variety of nasal modifications. It will allow you to weight the pros and cons and answer your own question of whether you will be happy with just altering your alar bases and tip, or whether you will want a more comprehensive rhinoplasty. Definitely interview a few surgeons who have expertise in performing so-called "ethnic" rhinoplasties - you will benefit from someone with expertise in this type of procedure. I wish you luck!
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January 16, 2019
Answer: Nasal evaluation -- Nostril Size/Width and Alar Base Reductions Hello and thank you for
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January 16, 2019
Answer: Nasal evaluation -- Nostril Size/Width and Alar Base Reductions Hello and thank you for
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January 17, 2019
Answer: Do I need an alar base reduction or full on rhinoplasty? Diminishing the nostril width and refining the tip are frequent requests of patients wanting nasal cosmetic improvement. It is possible to improve the cosmetic appearance of the tip alone without altering the rest of the nose in some patients. Whether the optimal option in your particular situation would be a tip rhinoplasty alone or a full rhinoplasty would best be determined at a consultation. Following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do based on limited 2 dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon with extensive nasal surgery experience who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or a facial plastic surgeon (otolaryngologist) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.
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January 17, 2019
Answer: Do I need an alar base reduction or full on rhinoplasty? Diminishing the nostril width and refining the tip are frequent requests of patients wanting nasal cosmetic improvement. It is possible to improve the cosmetic appearance of the tip alone without altering the rest of the nose in some patients. Whether the optimal option in your particular situation would be a tip rhinoplasty alone or a full rhinoplasty would best be determined at a consultation. Following the advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you exactly what to do based on limited 2 dimensional photos without examining you, physically feeling the tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history, and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure would not be in your best interest. I would suggest you find a plastic surgeon with extensive nasal surgery experience who is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) or a facial plastic surgeon (otolaryngologist) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.
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